copper cell [FBbt_00005782]

Large cell in the middle region of the midgut that is cup-shaped with long microvilli. These cells accumulate copper and secrete acid.

copper cell

ID: FBbt_00005782

Cell

Large cell in the middle region of the midgut that is cup-shaped with long microvilli. These cells accumulate copper and secrete acid.

These cells can be distinguished from other enterocytes by their strong expression of labial in the larval and adult gut (Dubreuil et al., 2001).

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## Classification

Relationships

capable of: acid secretion
expresses: lab
is part of: middle midgut

Alternative Names

Synonym	Scope	Reference
cuprophilic cell	exact synonym	Dubreuil et al., 2001

Subclasses of copper cell (2 total)

Thumbnail	Name	Tags
	adult copper cell	Adult, Cell
	embryonic/larval copper cell	Cell, Larva

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